Inspection · 2022-10-05
Licensing Inspector
Rebecca Forestier
(540) 309-2835
SHSIA monitoring inspection of an approved subsidy vendor to determine compliance with current subsidy requirements regarding the health and safety of children and to promote quality standards for the children in their care.
Yes
Areas Reviewed
22.1 Background Checks Code
8VAC20-790 Physical Plant
32.1 Report by person other than physician
8VAC20-790 Staffing & Supervision
63.2 Child abuse and neglect
8VAC20-790 Programs
8VAC20-790 Introduction
8VAC20-790 Special Care Provisions & Emergencies
8VAC20-790 Administration
8VAC20-790 Special Services
8VAC20-790 Staff Qualifications & Training
Inspector Notes
Licensing Inspector conducted an unannounced Subsidy Inspection on October 5, 2022. There were 71 children ages 3 months to 10 years old present under the direct care of 13 staff. The Licensing Inspector reviewed 6 children?s records and 6 staff records, along with any
requested program records submitted by the facility to determine if required documentation was complete.
Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliances with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program.
Standard 8VAC20-790-630-C-2
Based on observations, the Vendor failed to keep electrical outlets protected with covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children.
EVIDENCE:
In the upstairs 3/4 year old classroom, the Licensing Inspector observed electrical outlets that were uncovered and accessible to the children in care. Electrical outlets were not protected with protective covers.
Plan of Correction: Corrected during inspection. Electrical outlets will be covered. Staff will inspect rooms and areas throughout the day to ensure electrical outlets are covered.
Standard 8VAC20-790-640-A
Based on observations, the Vendor failed to keep hazardous substances in a locked place using a sage locking method that prevents access by children.
EVIDENCE:
In the toddler classroom, the Licensing Inspector observed cleaning agents that were accessible to the children in care. Hazardous substances were not stored in a locked location preventing access to the children.
Plan of Correction: Corrected during inspection. Cleaning agents will be keep in a locked cabinet in each classroom.
Standard 8VAC20-790-670-E
Based on inspection, the Vendor failed to develop and implement a written policy and procedure that describes how the vendor will ensure that each group of children receives care by consistent staff or team of staff members.
EVIDENCE:
Center has not developed continuity of care procedures.
Plan of Correction: Center will develop a written plan of continuity. Upon completion, staff and parents will receive plan of continuity policy/procedures.
Standard 8VAC20-790-760-B-3-a
Based on inspection, the Vendor failed to ensure each diapering area is equipped with a sink with running warm water.
EVIDENCE:
Diapering areas in all classrooms were not equipped with sinks with warm running water.
Plan of Correction: Center will purchase portable sinks with warm running water for each diapering area. Staff will receive training on proper use of equipment, diapering and handwashing procedures.
Standard 8VAC20-790-790-C
Based on inspection, the Vendor failed to ensure emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place procedures or maps posted in a location conspicuous to staff and children on each floor of each building.
EVIDENCE:
Emergency evacuation maps and/or procedures were not posted in each building on each floor.
Plan of Correction: Emergency evacuation/shelter-in-place maps and procedures will be updated and posted on each floor of each building.
Standard 8VAC20-790-800-A-2
Based on inspection, the Vendor failed to ensure shelter in place procedures are practiced twice a year.
EVIDENCE:
Shelter-in-place procedures have not been practiced over the past year.
Plan of Correction: Shelter-in-place emergency procedures will be practiced and documented at least bi-annually by all staff and children.
Standard 8VAC20-790-800-A-3
Based on inspection, the Vendor failed to ensure lockdown emergency procedures are practiced at least annually.
EVIDENCE:
Annual lockdown practice drills were not practiced within the past year.
Plan of Correction: Emergency lockdown procedures will be practiced and documented at least annually for both staff and children.